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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kurth, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lisa Kurth, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kurth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurth’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurth’s office at (484) 862-3256.
What languages does Dr. Kurth speak?
Dr. Kurth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kurth treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kurth diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kurth. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Unspecified Loss of Consciousness
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Head Injury with Undetermined Fainting
- Brain Trauma with Unclear LOC
- Unspecified Brain Injury
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Bleeding in the Brain from Injury
- Head Injury with Bleeding
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S069X9A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S06360A: Traumatic hemorrhage of cerebrum, unspecified, without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Traumatic Blood in Chest Cavity
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
- Traumatic Bleeding in Lung Area
- Traumatic Hemothorax
- Traumatic Pleural Bleeding
- Injured Lung Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
- S271XXA: Traumatic hemothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- mTBI
- Head Injury
- Brain Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X9A: Concussion with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Kurth perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lisa Kurth may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kurth's office.
Does Dr. Kurth accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 862-3256 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurth accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kurth in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Department of Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kurth's office located?
What is Dr. Kurth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386172260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurth
What is Dr. Lisa Kurth's specialty?
Dr. Kurth is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kurth to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lisa Kurth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kurth is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Lisa Kurth accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Kurth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Kurth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurth's office at (484) 862-3256 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Kurth?
Please contact Dr. Kurth's office at (484) 862-3256 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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